Welcome to Explore Kollam
We bring you closer to the heart of Kollam by sharing stories that celebrate its culture, heritage, people, and progress. From serene backwaters and historic landmarks to vibrant festivals and everyday local life, every update reflects the spirit of this coastal city. Our mission is to keep every resident informed, every visitor inspired, and every explorer connected to the timeless charm and evolving story of Kollam.
Explore Kollam is more than just a guide or a listings platform — it is a space built for the community. By showcasing local businesses, hidden gems, events, traditions, and modern developments, we highlight the pride and beauty that make Kollam truly unique. Whether it’s a story about an ancient temple, a peaceful lake view, a bustling market, or a new initiative shaping the city, we’re here to bring every moment of Kollam to life.
Through carefully curated updates, useful features, and engaging content, Explore Kollam aims to become your go-to destination for everything happening in Kollam — past, present, and future.
Our City, Our Pride
Kollam is cherished for its serene backwaters, rich cultural heritage, and vibrant coastal life — a harmonious blend of tradition, nature, and modern growth. From the calm waters of Ashtamudi Lake and historic landmarks to bustling markets and close-knit communities, Kollam reflects the true spirit of Kerala’s heritage and resilience. Through Explore Kollam, we celebrate this pride by sharing the stories, places, and experiences that make Kollam a city of timeless beauty and lasting significance.
Culture, Belief & Festivity
Kollam’s soul is deeply rooted in culture, devotion, and time-honoured celebrations that bring communities together. From ancient temples, mosques, and churches to vibrant festivals like Kollam Pooram, Oachira Kali, and coastal celebrations, the city reflects a rich spiritual and cultural harmony shaped over centuries. The faith of its people, their rituals, art forms, and joyful gatherings create an atmosphere that is both deeply traditional and warmly inclusive.
Tourism
As a coastal city enriched by history, nature, and maritime heritage, Kollam is home to some of Kerala’s most captivating travel experiences. From the tranquil backwaters of Ashtamudi Lake and scenic houseboat cruises to the historic Thangassery Lighthouse, ancient temples, and serene beaches, the city offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and cultural depth. Beyond its well-known attractions, Kollam invites visitors to explore peaceful villages, vibrant local markets, heritage sites, and eco-tourism destinations like Thenmala, India’s first planned eco-tourism project. Through Explore Kollam, we help travelers and locals alike stay connected to the city’s rich tourism landscape while discovering new places, stories, and experiences that reflect the timeless charm of this coastal gem.
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Cultural Pride
Residents of Kollam take great pride in preserving the city’s rich traditions, spiritual heritage, and coastal identity. From ancient temples and historic port connections to vibrant festivals and classical art forms, Kollam reflects a deep connection to its cultural roots. The city’s cultural richness continues to inspire both locals and visitors, making it a proud symbol of Kerala’s timeless heritage and communal harmony.
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The people of Kollam are known for their warmth, unity, and strong sense of community. From local markets and neighborhood festivals to social welfare activities and cultural gatherings, the city thrives on togetherness and shared values. Whether supporting local traditions or embracing modern development, Kollam’s community spirit plays a vital role in fostering harmony and inclusive growth.
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Community Spirit
The people of Kollam are known for their warmth, unity, and strong sense of community. From local markets and neighborhood festivals to social welfare activities and cultural gatherings, the city thrives on togetherness and shared values. Whether supporting local traditions or embracing modern development, Kollam’s community spirit plays a vital role in fostering harmony and inclusive growth.
Why Connect With Us
Choosing Explore Kollam means becoming part of a platform that celebrates the true essence of Kollam — its heritage, people, culture, and evolving coastal identity. We bring you authentic stories, local updates, insights, and voices from across the city that highlight its rich traditions, natural beauty, and steady modern progress.
Our approach is community-focused and culturally rooted, built on the idea of connecting every resident, visitor, and local business with meaningful opportunities, local events, tourism highlights, market updates, and civic information. From business listings and heritage attractions to festivals, food spots, and city developments — we ensure you stay informed, inspired, and engaged.
With Explore Kollam, you don’t just stay updated — you stay connected to the heartbeat of Kollam, its traditions, its growth, and its future.
Frequently Asked Questions
Explore Kollam is a digital platform dedicated to showcasing the culture, heritage, tourism, local news, events, and community updates of Kollam. It serves as a one-stop destination for residents, visitors, and businesses to stay connected with the city.
Explore Kollam is designed for everyone — local residents, tourists, business owners, students, and anyone interested in learning more about Kollam’s people, places, and daily happenings.
We share local news, tourism information, cultural stories, festivals, events, job updates, business listings, and community-focused content that highlights both the traditional and modern sides of Kollam.
Yes. Local businesses, service providers, event organizers, and community initiatives can be featured on Explore Kollam to reach a wider audience and connect with the local community.
Our platform is updated regularly with fresh content, ensuring users receive timely news, new listings, event updates, and relevant information about what’s happening in and around Kollam.
Testimonials
Explore Kollam has become my go-to source for local news and updates. From festivals to important city information, everything is available in one place. It truly reflects the spirit of Kollam.
As a visitor, Explore Kollam helped me discover beautiful places like Ashtamudi Lake and local food spots I wouldn’t have found otherwise. It made my trip more meaningful and enjoyable.
Listing my business on Explore Kollam helped me reach more local customers. The platform genuinely supports small businesses and promotes the city in a positive way.